IBM and AMD are joining forces to develop next-generation computing architectures by combining quantum computing with high-performance computing (HPC). The collaboration aims to create scalable, open-source platforms, leveraging IBM's expertise in quantum systems and AMD's prowess in HPC and AI accelerators. The partnership could allow the companies to tackle complex problems currently beyond the reach of classical computing, with potential breakthroughs in drug discovery, materials science, and logistics.
The companies plan to integrate AMD CPUs, GPUs, and FPGAs with IBM quantum computers to accelerate emerging algorithms. AMD's technology may also provide real-time error correction, a key component of fault-tolerant quantum computing. An initial demonstration showcasing hybrid quantum-classical workflows is expected later this year.
This collaboration aims to deliver a hybrid model that surpasses the limits of traditional computing. By combining IBM's quantum computing and AMD's high-performance computing technologies, the partnership seeks to establish a new era of quantum-centric supercomputing.
